Conscience in Bureaucracy: Gandhi's Wisdom

Mahatma Gandhi's profound words: 'In matters of conscience, the law of

the majority has no place.' What does this powerful statement mean? It means our

inner moral compass, not popular opinion, guides us, especially when core principles are truly

at stake. This principle is vital within India's bureaucracy. Individual integrity profoundly

shapes public service and fair governance. A bureaucrat is pressured to approve a harmful project.

Despite economic benefits, conscience dictates protecting future generations. He must stand firm.

A civil servant strictly follows rules for resource allocation, resisting public demands for favoritism.

Her adherence to fairness ensures equity for all. Another safeguards minority